2009 Seat Leon vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 2009 Seat Leon is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Seat Leon (138 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1979 Seat 124. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1979 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Seat Leon weights approximately 355 kg more than 1979 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Seat 124. (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Seat Leon | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Seat | Seat |
| Model | Leon | 124 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2430 mm |
